Ina Garten Olive Oil Cake Recipe
This Ina Garten Olive Oil Cake Recipe is simple, moist and full of gentle citrus flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup good-quality olive oil
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
These ingredients create a moist cake with fresh and gentle flavor.
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line the cake pan with parchment and lightly grease the sides.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale. Add olive oil slowly while whisking.
Add Milk and Flavor
- Whisk in milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and fragrant.
Combine Wet and Dry
- Add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour Batter
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Smooth the top gently using a spatula.
Bake the Cake
- Bake for forty-five minutes. Cake is done when a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the Cake
- Remove from oven and cool in pan for ten minutes. Transfer to a rack.
Finish and Serve
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Slice and enjoy warm or room temperature.
Notes
- Use mild olive oil, not strong or bitter.
- Zest lemons before juicing for easier work.
- Add orange zest for a warmer citrus flavor.
- Use almond milk if you prefer dairy-free.
- Add sliced almonds on top before baking.
- Serve with whipped cream or berries.